Good morning, Augusta.

Four veterans at Brandon Wilde were awarded a Quilt of Valor in recognition of their military service on Jun.

30.

A local restaurant is hosting a donation drive this week to support Venezuela’s recovery - international rescue teams continue searching for survivors.

The Winn-Dixie Company donates $100,000 to the USO to support service members, veterans, and military families in Florida and Georgia.

The funds, raised over a four week store donation program, will provide meals and emergency support (a vital boost for military families) as stores stay open on July 4.

Verizon customers in local counties including Aiken, Richmond, Columbia and Edgefield risk losing cell service & data as 19 Verizon sites are currently out of service, with officials stating there is no estimated time for restoration.

Georgia Power advises homeowners to set thermostats at 78° and replace air filters monthly to lower power bills amid summer heat.

They recommend using appliances like dishwashers outside peak hours (2 p.m. to 7 p.m.) and offer a free EASE upgrade program to reduce energy use.

Money released its best colleges list last week that names 15 top Georgia schools; Georgia Tech earned five stars while Emory and UGA received 4.5 stars—Covenant College had the highest acceptance and Clark Atlanta the lowest graduation rate.

Four Richmond County school libraries receive $20,000 from the Laura Bush Foundation to modernize print catalogs for the 2026-2027 school year.

Tobacco Road Elementary, Richmond Hill Elementary, W.S. Hornsby Elementary + Lucy C. Laney Comprehensive High were chosen after proving acute financial need.

Georgia's all-time hottest temperature hit 112 degrees in Greenville on Aug.

20, 1983 (and in Louisville on July 24, 1952). Officials say while summer highs near 100 degrees occur often, such extremes remain rare.

The Georgia Department of Public Safety held a holiday travel safety briefing Tuesday — urging drivers to buckle up and avoid distractions — as the Fourth of July travel period begins Thursday at 6 p.m. and ends Sunday at midnight.

The Army Corps of Engineers will waive day-use fees at Lakes Thurmond and Hartwell from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, covering boat ramps and swimming beaches + boaters should use caution as drought conditions have exposed rocks and tree stumps.

Shepeard Community Blood Center is hosting its annual Botox for Blood event from Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 3 across the CSRA.

Blood donors receive a $150 certificate toward Botox at Southern Dermatology as the center works to boost its supply of critical blood types.

Atlanta Brave AJ Smith-Shawver returned to SRP Park for his first game in 13 months on Tuesday night, pitching three innings to help the GreenJackets defeat the Salem RidgeYaks 11-3.

He left in high spirits (showing his return) as the team got its third win in a row.

Music In The Park

7-8 p.m. — Maude Edenfield Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful outdoor concert series in a scenic park setting.

Hickory Crawdads at Augusta GreenJackets

7:05-8:05 PM — SRP Park — Check for ticket prices — Watch local baseball as the Crawdads face off against the GreenJackets.

Peach State Summer Showcase

8 a.m. — Augusta Preparatory Day School — Competitive entry fee — Experience a high-energy weekend of youth basketball with teams from various divisions.

3rd Annual Bookbag Bash

9 AM – 12 PM — Bell Auditorium — Free entry — Kick off the school year with free supplies, fun music, and community resources for families.

Hickory Crawdads vs Augusta GreenJackets

2:05 – 3:05 PM — SRP Park — VIP tickets available — Experience the thrill of minor league baseball with top-notch amenities and entertainment.

Nike Peach Jam Basketball Tournament

July 14-19 — Riverview Park Activities Center — Admission TBA — Witness the pinnacle of grassroots basketball as top high school players compete for the championship.

On The Border - The Eagles Tribute Band

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Miller Theater — Ticket options available — Experience the classic hits of the Eagles performed live.

Abigail Lord Live Performance

Acoustic Set — Evening — Doc's Porchside — Cost TBA — Enjoy a night of live music featuring top hits from Country, Pop, and Rock.

National Treasure Screening

2-4 p.m. — Miller Theater — Free entry — Enjoy a nostalgic movie outing at the historic Miller Theater with a screening of National Treasure.

A Night of Soul Concert

8 p.m. — Miller Theater — Ticket info available — Experience a soulful evening of music from talented performers.